Denver approves first cat-declawing ban in a U.S. city outside California
A newly passed Denver ordinance that bans elective cat declawing has ignited passions — including among cat owners and veterinarians.
But the choice was easy for the City Council on Monday night when it made Denver the first U.S. city outside California to ban a procedure that critics see as inhumane and painful to the felines.
The council lined up strongly behind the measure in recent weeks, and the approval came in a unanimous vote, with no fresh comments.
“I think the proponents made a compelling case,” said Councilwoman Kendra Black, who spearheaded the proposal, after the vote.
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LAKEWOOD, CO – SEPTEMBER 7: A cat rests in his carrier at Cat Care Society in Lakewood , Colorado on September 7, 2016. The Cat Care Society in Lakewood is growing and expanding this year. (Photo by Seth McConnell/The Denver Post)